Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook
2026 · Documentary · 1 Season · 8 Episodes ·
Hollywood actor and comedian Nora Lum (a.k.a. Awkwafina) is the descendant of restaurant royalty...but she can't cook. Join the star on an inspiring culinary road trip as she learns the craft and attempts to revive her family's beloved Chinese eatery.
Episodes
1. Nora Learns to CookA crash course at the Culinary Institute of America opens the door for Nora to attempt a family recipe.
2. Texas BarbecueJimmy O. Yang joins Nora as they hit the road in Texas to learn about the state's most iconic food.
3. Michelin-Starred Peking DuckCulinary icons Roy Choi and Martin Yan school Nora, who makes a life-changing decision.
4. Tiki in Hawai'iAs she develops her menu, Nora gets a taste of the tiki culture that inspired her grandma's restaurant.
5. Nora Learns to ServeIn LA's Chinatown, Nora gets hands-on experience in the hard work it takes to open a restaurant.
6. Nora Designs Her MenuAn unlikely fast-food empire provides inspiration as Nora brings her vision to life.
7. The Run-ThroughOpening night looms as Nora's menu comes under fire—and a major problem threatens everything.
8. Opening NightNora finally tests her concept on investors, critics, and the toughest VIP diner of all: her grandma.
